Jett Howard
#13SF · Orlando Magic
Height
6'8"
Weight
215 lbs
Age
22
College
Michigan
Experience
2 yrs
F
F
D-
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Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsD-
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 126 | 5.4 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 41.0% | 31.7% | 82.5% |
| 2025-26 | | 50 | 5.4 | 1.7 | 0.9 |
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 4/22 | @ DET | L 83-98 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-2 | 0-2 | +3 |
| Fri, 4/17 | vs CHA | W 121-90 | 6 | 3 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$12.9M
Guaranteed
$5.5M
AAV
$5.5M/yr
Guaranteed %43%
Contract Value Index (CVI)
F
Overpay
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
Jett Howard's two-year, $5.5M AAV deal with Orlando represents one of the worst contract values in the league, earning a failing Contract Value Index (CVI) grade that reflects a massive disconnect between investment and production. The Magic are paying franchise-caliber money to a player delivering replacement-level performance, with Howard's D- grade indicating he's struggling to justify even minimum salary expectations, let alone his current $5.5M annual figure. At that price point, Orlando should be getting a solid starter or high-upside developmental piece, but Howard's on-court impact suggests he's closer to a deep bench player who might struggle for consistent minutes. This contract becomes particularly problematic when considering opportunity cost — $5.5M annually could secure proven role players or be packaged in trades for legitimate rotation pieces. The combination of underwhelming performance and inflated compensation makes Howard's deal a cautionary tale about overpaying for potential rather than proven production. Unless Howard dramatically elevates his game in year two, this contract will continue ranking among the league's worst values, handcuffing Orlando's roster flexibility while providing minimal on-court return.
Performance Analysis
D-
#115 of 119 Small Forwards
FCA+
Jett Howard earns a D- Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA small forwards this season. Through 126 games, Jett is contributing 5.4 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game in his role. Jett's best relative area is FG% at 41.0, though it still falls below the small forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 0.9 (small forward median: 4.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, Jett ranks 115th. At 22, Jett is still developing. The production should improve as he gains experience and a larger role with the Orlando Magic.
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